CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 5 (ST MARTIN PARISH)

State of Louisiana; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay: $2.00/hr

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an experienced Construction Inspector to support DOTD Project Engineers on roadway, bridge, and drainage projects in St. Martin Parish, District 03 / Unit 233.

This outdoor, physically active role involves field inspections, materials observation, and construction documentation on active projects. Appointment is Promotion or Detail to Special Duty for current permanent DOTD employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus four years of construction inspection or related experience.
• Six months of sub-professional engineering experience plus four years in construction inspection or related experience.
• Twenty-four semester hours in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or construction technology.
• Possession of an engineer intern certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead workers by organizing and training lower-level construction inspectors.
• Conduct and oversee field inspections, surveying and measurement documentation.
• Provide guidance in the inspection of Portland Cement Concrete Pavement and other pavements.
• Implement and monitor materials sampling and density testing procedures.
• Assigns and schedules inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance.
• Review inspection reports and documentation for accuracy.
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, and local government to minimize disruptions.
• Review plans and specifications for project progress and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform engineering calculations, data collection and layout for roadway/bridge projects.

Skills

Field inspections

Leadership

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Four years construction inspection experience

Twenty-four semester hours in engineering/related fields

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Engineer intern certificate

Job description

DISTRICT 03 / UNIT 233

JOB NUMBER: 03-133992-CI5-09142026-LR

*** THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT PERMANENT CLASSIFIED DOTD EMPLOYEES ONLY ***

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

Help ensure Louisiana’s road and bridge projects are built safely, accurately, and in accordance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements. Construction Inspectors support DOTD Project Engineers and higher-level inspectors by performing field inspections, materials observation, and construction documentation on active roadway, bridge, and drainage projects.

This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve traffic exposure, varying weather conditions, extended workdays, night work, or changing schedules based on construction needs.

Positions are located in St MartinParish, District 03 / Unit 233 and report to Construction Inspector Supervisor.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
• Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus four years of experience in construction inspection or experience in the maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, or associated structures; OR
• Twenty-four semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics; OR
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management, or construction technology; OR
• Possession of an engineer intern certificate.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

LEADERSHIP AND INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS:

• Serves as a lead worker by organizing, training, and reviewing the work of lower-level construction inspectors.
• Conducts and oversees field inspections, surveying activities, and measurement documentation for roadway and bridge construction projects.
• Provides guidance and training in the inspection of Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, structural concrete, and Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement.
• Implements and monitors materials sampling and density testing procedures throughout all phases of construction.
• Assigns and schedules inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and project requirements.
• Reviews inspection reports, calculations, and documentation daily to ensure accuracy, precision, and completeness.
• Collaborates with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, and local government representatives to facilitate project progress and minimize disruptions to the public.

INTERPRETATION OF PLANS/SPECIFICATIONS AND DECISION MAKING:

• Reviews construction plans and specifications before and during projects to ensure work progresses in accordance with DOTD standards and project objectives.
• Resolves constructionplan discrepancies and field condition issues encountered during project execution.

ENGINEERING CALCUATION AND DATA COLLECTION:

• Performs engineering calculations, data collection, and layout work for roadway, bridge, and utility relocation projects, including preparation of daily reports and quantity documentation.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Promotion or Detail to Special Duty, open only to current permanent classified employees of DOTD.

Compensation: Additional $2.00/HR Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked

Contact Information:

Haley Dore

Project Engineer

DOTD-District 03

[phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp